We are pleased to announce the recent acquisition of a state-of-the-art microscope, the Zeiss AxioObserver Z1, thanks to the Equipar Ciencia program of the former National Ministry of Science. This sophisticated equipment represents a significant advance for our research on human pluripotent stem cells at FLENI.

The Zeiss AxioObserver Z1 is a fully robotic epifluorescence microscope, which allows precise and efficient automation in image capture. This equipment is equipped with the Apotome 3 module, which uses structured illumination to generate focal plane images. This is essential for obtaining high-quality, high-resolution images, essential for our in-depth studies of stem cells.

In addition, the microscope features a Colibri 7 LED illumination source, which has 7 different LED lines, providing versatile and precise illumination for various fluorescence applications. It also has an incubation chamber that maintains a constant temperature of 37°C and a controlled atmosphere. These features are vital for prolonged filming over several days, allowing us to observe stem cell behavior and development under optimal and stable conditions.

The addition of the Zeiss AxioObserver Z1 will greatly enhance our research capabilities. This equipment will not only improve the quality of our images, but also increase the efficiency and accuracy of our studies. We are excited about the new opportunities this microscope brings to advance the field of pluripotent stem cell research.

We invite all interested parties to follow closely our future publications and discoveries that will undoubtedly be enriched by this new technological tool.

Human cardiomyocytes derived from pluripotent stem cells. In magenta, cardiomyocytes are shown and, in green, those with a left ventricular identity.